SiXRPTRA
Wireless Repeater
Installation and Setup Guide
The SiXRPTRA is an RF receiver and a
transmitter and is intended to extend the
indoor range of SiX series devices. The
SiXRPTRA receives alarm, status, and
control messages from SiX series devices,
and forwards these messages to control
panel. The control then responds
accordingly (arm/disarm the system, initiate
an alarm, etc.).
FEATURES
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Transmits its own status, including
wall and case tamper, AC loss, low
battery and RF Jam.
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Indicates RF Jam, AC/Battery Status,
and RSSI (Received Signal Strength
Indicator) using LED’s.
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RSSI indicates the signal condition
between the repeater and the
controller.
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Provides a 24-hour backup
rechargeable battery.
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ETL listed to meet UL standards.
Controller
GENERAL GUIDELINES
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The SiXRPTRA module uses a 5VDC power supply to charge the battery.
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If the battery voltage drops to 3.6VDC a low battery occurs.
NOTE:
It is incapable of charging the battery if the voltage is lower than 2.6VDC (it must be replaced.)
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Conduct the SiX Auto System Check
(see controller’s instructions) to verify adequate signal strength, relocate if necessary.
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SiXRPTRA is designed to operate 200 feet through three walls of wood, aluminum and dry wall construction.
When a single repeater installation is required.
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Range of the controller and sensor is more than 200 ft. line of sight.
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Signal Strength of sensors at using the programming app is worse than -75dBm for one or more sensors.
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Walk Test Failure of any Sensor/Keypad.
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If installation requires more than two floor communication.
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If more obstacles are interfering (more than three walls, high density metal doors, wood doors, multiple concrete walls, etc.) with
communication between sensor and controller.
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No response from signal strength query from programming app or controller.
When a second repeater installation is required.
Same as Single Repeater installation except:
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Range of the panel and sensor is more than 500 ft line of site, then install the controller in the middle with repeaters on either
direction of the panel.
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If Installation requires more than 3 floor Communication. Install Controller on the middle Floor; then install Repeater based on the
steady Amber RSSI (Signal Strength) LED indication as described in LED table below.
NOTE:
Maximum number of the repeater allowed in a system is two. The path of transmission is as follows: transmitter
repeater
controller. NOT transmitter
repeater
repeater
receiver.
COMPATIBILITY (REPEATER READY SYSTEM)
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All sensors (including keyfobs) connected to the controller should have revision Firmware Release #4 or greater. Sensors that are
“Repeater Ready” will have a sticker that says, “Firmware Release #4.”
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The controller should have a sticker that says, “Firmware Release #4.”
NOTES:
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If controller’s firmware is less than that described above, then the controller will have to be upgraded. Either by firmware update or
full controller replacement.
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If the revision of the sensors is less than 4 (i.e. pre-existing sensors), then the controller must be upgraded to update the firmware
in the sensors.
MOUNTING
NOTE:
for best results mount the SiXRPTRA as high as possible, keeping it away from metal objects.
1.
Select a mounting position for the module.
IMPORTANT!
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DO NOT mount on or inside a metal
enclosure/object.
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DO NOT install near to WI-FI Routers, Microwave
Oven and other interfering devices. Maintain at least
10 feet distance.
2.
Attach to the wall using the supplied screws.
3.
Install the center screw to secure the back tamper to the wall.
4.
Ensure the wiring is complete. Use cable ties or staples as
necessary to secure wiring.
5.
Plug the power supply into an un-switched outlet and secure
with screw.
6.
Attach the backup battery wires.
AC POWER
The repeater is powered by a 5VDC, 1 Amp Plug-in Power
Supply (Part #: 300-10342). Refer to the wiring table below for
wire gauge and length:
Wire Gauge
Wire Length
#22
Up to 20 feet (6m)
#20
Up to 33 feet (10m)
#18
Up to 50 feet (15m)
Use only the 300-10259 Power Supply. Plug the
battery prior to providing power from AC Outlet.
NOTE:
For Indoor Use Only.
